This practical course is suitable for beginners and experienced artists who want to experiment with metal cast sculpture. Pewter is a metal that can be cast and finished in your own studio, with relatively basic equipment, and without the need of a foundry. Pewter is a silver coloured tin metal alloy which melts at low temperatures. During the course you will model a sculpture in wax, learn how to cast in pewter using plaster waste moulds and the ‘lost wax’ casting technique.
Bring your own ideas or come with an open mind and be inspired to work with new materials and sculpture techniques. This is a practical workshop based course with one to one and group guidance from the tutor.

This course is suitable for all levels. Students can move at their own pace depending on their experience, with as much support from the Tutor as they wish.

Beginner

Choose a Beginners course if you are looking for a broad introduction to the medium you are studying. Students spend time learning the very basics of the taught medium, for example, how to mix colours, use different tools, set up an easel. Our Beginner courses are suitable for students with no prior experience, they tend to follow a more structured path than our other courses, ensuring each student receives the guidance they need from the tutor.

Beginner +

Choose a Beginner + course if you are looking to hone your skills, focus on a specific subject area and build your confidence. These courses are suitable for those with some basic skills in and knowledge of the taught medium, but still follow a structured path with guidance from the tutor.

Intermediate

Our Intermediate courses are suitable for students who have considerable prior knowledge of the taught medium or have completed a Beginners/Beginners + course with the Art Academy.

These courses tend to be less structured and instead are tailored to the classes’ needs and the direction they want to advance in. Choose an Intermediate course if you are looking to improve your skills and have more critical discussions around the work you produce.

Advanced

Choose our Advanced courses if you have considerable knowledge in the taught medium. You are expected to be able to work independently and have critical discussions around your work.

Our Advanced courses include our Masterclasses.

All attendees must be aged 18 or over.

What should I bring?

Bring your own ideas or come with an open mind and be inspired to work with new materials and sculpture techniques. This is a practical workshop based course with one to one and group guidance from the tutor.

Students without the correct attire will not be allowed into the workshop.

Extra costs
During the course you will be using 1 kilo of pewter, 5 Kilos of fine casting plaster and approximately 300 grams of wax [Approx total £47.50 depending on your piece]
Pewter will be charged at £39.00/Kilo
Wax will be charged at £10.00/kilo
Plaster will be charged at £3.50/kilo
Purchasing any of the above health and safety equipment – that you do not already have

About Your Tutor

ROBERT WORLEY MRBS

Robert Worley lives and works in East London UK, is an MA Sculpture graduate of the Royal College of Art 1995 and Member of the Royal British Society of Sculptors. He is also an arts educator and designer on community-led projects across the UK.

All students have access to a common room and kitchen. Here you will find tea and coffee, a fridge, kettle, microwave and eating area.

There is a wealth of supermarkets, shops and cafes in the area as well as the world famous Borough Food Market just moments from our Mermaid Court location.

We are always striving to improve our facilities but due Mermaid Court being an old building we have limited disability access. Should you have any access requirements please speak to a member of the Academy team before booking the course.

Further Details

You will need to have paid in full before the first session of your class. Your place is not guaranteed until we have received full payment.Please book early in order to guarantee your place on the course.

If you purchased a pack online this will be given to you on the first session of your course upon your arrival. Packs can be booked on our Materials Page or on this page when you book the course.

Please don’t wear your best clothes as there is always a chance you will get messy. If possible bring an apron or overalls.

All artwork at the Academy MUST be taken home at the end of the course or it will be disposed of.

Please ensure that your mobile phone is switched off or is on silentduring the class.

Health and Safety Guidelines will be provided to you at the beginning of your class.

Sometimes our photographer will pop in to get some of our classes in progress. If you would like to not be photographed please let the photographer know!

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If you would like more information or advice on courses at the Academy please contact shortcourses@artacademy.org.uk.